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Thoughts from the Titanic Exhibition

Posted on September 4, 2012 by admin

Just the other day I visited the San Diego Natural History Museum with my wife. My main reason for going was to see the Titanic Artifact Exhibition which ends on Sept. 9. At the museum, we were able to see … Continue reading →

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Silver going up

Posted on September 3, 2012 by admin

Silver is near $32. Hasn’t been like this for months. Now we are seeing prices that actually reflect the physical silver market. There has always been a black market appetite for cheap cigarettes sold with no questions asked – each … Continue reading →

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Collecting dangers

Posted on September 1, 2012 by admin

Stapled 2×2 holders are more dangerous than you think. Be very careful of them and take your time if you remove the staples. I once scratched my AU Trade Dollar on accident because the staple slipped! The scratch was permanent … Continue reading →

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Old gold

Posted on August 30, 2012 by admin

Read in Coin World about a new collecting ambition: coins from the first Philly mint. Don’t know how to spell the city. One goal would be to have one of each coin in copper, silver and gold. Another would be … Continue reading →

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A desk full of coins

Posted on August 29, 2012 by admin

I have no workspace left, it is full of coins. I’m planning my overseas trip and lately find that I have no time for anything. Preparing for any trip lasting more than 10 days is serious work and is not … Continue reading →

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8/25-8/26: The Golden State Coin Show in Arcadia, CA

Posted on August 28, 2012 by admin

8/25 was my birthday and me and my wife were greeted by the friendly lady at the admission table. The turnout for this coin show seemed lower than expected. Some dealers left a little early, including Charmy, The Penny Lady. … Continue reading →

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